Ripon: Illuminated Winter Wonderland 19 -21 Dec

Ripon’s Illuminated Winter Wonderland is Nearly Here!

Now that we’ve stepped into December, the countdown begins… Ripon’s very own Illuminated Winter Wonderland is fast approaching

We’ve sprinkled a few hints about the magical entertainment and activities planned this year into this image. The clues are hidden in plain sight, so see what you can spot!

Make sure you get the dates in your diary:
19th – 21st December
You won’t want to miss it!

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Staffordshire: Lichfield Happy Hat Dash - 14 December - Stowe Pool

Sign up now before the elves take your spot:
https://www.race-space.com/gb/kp-tamworth/lichfield-santa-hat-dash

Information: Central HIVE Hub

Stafford: Christmas in the Square - Saturday 20 December

 Information provided: Central HIVE Hub

Staffordshire: Whittington Christmas Market - 13 December

 Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Blandford: Garrison pantomime 'Sleeping Beauty' Mon 8th Dec - TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE

 

This year's Garrison pantomime from the Forces Foundation will be performed by professional actors from the Panto bus.

Come join us for this year’s live performance of Sleeping Beauty.

Venue: Blandford Garrison Cinema.

Refreshments will be available to purchase from the cinema shop.

Doors open 1645hrs Performance starts at 1730hrs.

Tickets available from Welfare Office, Williams Building £3 per person or pay on the door (cinema) 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison pregnancy, maternity & new parent network session - Tues 9th Dec

Click on poster above to enlarge

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Bovington/Blandford: Coworking hub free virtual events Tues 9th Dec

 

Are you a military spouse/partner looking to connect with others? Please join us online.

Virtual Coworking

Tuesday 9th December 2025

9:30am – 12

Book club

Tuesday 9th December 2025

7:30pm - 9pm

To book onto our events and find out more about our Bovington hub opposite the medical centre please visit:

https://www.militarycoworking.uk/events

We'd love to see you there

Also if they would like to book a free trial at our Bovington MCN hub the link is Bovington | Military Coworking Network

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison baby massage weekly sessions - 8th & 15th Dec

 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Monkey World 50% off entry for locals Fri 2nd - Sat 31st Jan 2026

Monkey World is starting the New Year off with a promotion for all locals to the park- half price off entry during January! From the 2nd to 31st, anyone with a BH, DT or SP postcode will benefit from 50% off the entry price to Monkey World.

To take advantage of this offer, simply book online HERE or buy direct from the gate. 

Proof of address will be required on entry. You will get the best prices by booking online! Offer valid from 2nd-31st January ONLY. Promotions cannot be combined.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Fylde Council: Foodbank Christmas Hampers

This Christmas, no family in Fylde should go without.

We’re proud to support Fylde Foodbank's Christmas Hamper initiative, working with local schools and partners to ensure everyone can enjoy the festive season.

If you know someone who could benefit, please get in touch with Fylde Foodbank on 01253 727455 (St Annes) or 07592 542670 (Kirkham).

Together, we can make Christmas special for all our residents.

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

(source - Fylde Council)